This 4 mile moderate loop run through the Florentine hills is a great morning jog. I recommend running it clockwise, from the river up a decent hill to and around San Miniato, through tuscan pines, and past old churches, vineyards, and mansions, with amazing views of Florence below and a jog down the beautiful walled and curving street of Via di San Leonardo before making your way back into the city. I would give yourself 1.5 to 2 hours.

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Start at dawn, stretching among the sculptures.

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The streets are a little confusingly similar here.

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Head under the arch and begin the hardest hill of the run. You can choose the street or stairs.

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If on the street, cross Viale Galileo, and make the next left toward San Miniato.

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If taking the stairs, keep going straight. Run around, not up to, the fortress-esque church

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Choose the street or be adventurous and run through the tuscan pines!

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View Florence in her early morning glory below.

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This is a more main street. For a longer run, turn left and make a loop over to Via di San Leonardo

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Let the downhill begin!

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Via di San Leonardo is one of the most beautiful streets in Florence - walled mansions, churches, and vineyards.